Question

The structure of $O_3$ and $N_3^{-}$ are:

• A. Linear and bent respectively
• B. Both linear
• C. Both bent
• D. Bent and linear respectively

Answer 1

The correct option is D Bent and linear respectively

Central $O$ of ozone is $s{p}^2$ hybridised having one lone pair. It has bent shape.

Central $N$ of azide is $sp$ hybridised. It is linear in shape.
$[N\equiv N-N{]}^{-}\leftrightarrow [N=N=N{]}^{-}$